Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is an inflammatory disease of the skin that may have more that one causes. There is a form of eczema that occurs due to contact with irritants or allergens and another form that is triggered by dysfunctions of the body. In the first case, the inflammation appears due to skin damage caused by substances, such as acids or solvents. Other substances that may be responsible are hair dyes, metals, cosmetics and more. Sometimes dermatitis appears only on the parts of the body exposed to sunlight.
The real cause of atopic dermatitis is not known. It is often observed that those affected have a family history of allergic diseases like asthma or allergic rhinitis. These people may also have a type of skin that can be very sensitive to chemical irritants. The parts of the body most affected...
